Enchanting Backwaters in Kottayam

Kumarakom

Bird Sanctuary
Kottayam District

Tranquil backwater destination famous for bird sanctuary and luxury resorts.

Key Attractions:
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Vembanad Lake Bay Island Driftwood Museum
November to March
120 km

Meenachil River Canals

River Canal Network
Kottayam District

Network of canals along Meenachil River offering serene backwater experiences through rural Kerala.

Key Attractions:
River Canals Rural Landscapes Traditional Villages
November to March
125 km

Kuttanadu Backwater Kottayam

Border Region Backwaters
Kottayam District

Kottayam portion of Kuttanadu backwaters with unique below-sea-level geography and farming.

Key Attractions:
Below Sea Level Areas Border Regions Unique Geography
November to March
115 km